Hey, my name is Shelly Katalgo. My love for sedation dentistry started in high school. My best friend had a severe fear of going to the dentist and I wanted to help her feel better about it. Although I always enjoyed my dental visits, I felt bad that she struggled so much with going to hers. My parents taught me about sedation dentistry and I instantly dreamed of becoming a dental professional. I wanted to help kids like my friend stay fear free throughout their appointments by using gentle techniques and professional medications. Although I opted to follow a different career path, my passion for dentistry remained throughout the years. I will update my site with developments in this industry as soon as they are reported. I will also discuss the benefits of sedation dentistry in detail. Thanks for visiting. I hope you come back soon.
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2 Discreet Ways To Align Your Teeth
Franklin Steward
Having teeth that are misaligned can make you feel uncomfortable about your appearance. However, having your mouth filled with metal brackets can also make you feel self-conscious. Nevertheless, there are multiple dental alignment options available for people who want to have their teeth discreetly straightened. Here are a few of them:
Invisalign
Invisalign is a newer orthodontic option that offers multiple benefits for people who want to have their teeth straightened inconspicuously. The system, which uses special clear trays made of plastic to align your teeth, also allows you to remove the device when necessary.
Unlike other orthodontic options that trap food particles as you eat or make it difficult to clean your teeth without special devices, Invisalign trays can simply be removed from you mouth when you eat or brush. Once your meal or brushing episode is complete, you can simply place the aligners back in place. Nevertheless, the aligners till have to remain in place long enough during the day to shift your teeth into proper position. Your dentist will likely require you to wear your aligners 20 to 22 hours out of the day.
Invisalign is not nearly as noticeable as metal braces, and they are available at a similar cost. Invisalign can be purchased for about $4,000 to $7,400. Metal braces usually cost about $3,000 to $7,000.
Lingual Braces
Lingual braces are appropriately named since their brackets are installed on the back side of the teeth that is next to the tongue. The brackets are made of metal, but since no one sees them when you speak or eat, the color of the material is not important.
These braces, which work as well as conventional braces, may be prescribed for you if you don't want people to know you are wearing braces. However, they may also be recommended for people who play a wind instrument or regularly participate in a contact sport. Because the braces are not positioned on the outer surface of the teeth, they won't snag your inner lip if you receive a blow to the mouth. In addition, they don't prevent your lips from pursing in a normal manner if you are blowing a trumpet or saxophone.
Priced between $8,000 and $10,000, lingual braces are more expensive than Invisalign, but they can treat basically the same conditions as traditional braces. Invisalign may not be prescribed for young children whose teeth and palate are still developing, and the system may not be able to correct severe cases of misalignment.
To determine the best discreet alignment option for you, visit an orthodontist in your area.
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